California? It has a park system that ... the kind of people who come to my talks or who I meet on the trail. More than 100 parks offer great hikes — nature walks, family hikes, all-day ...

California offers views of the ocean, deserts, ancient forests, painted hills, snow-capped volcanoes and rivers.

California is more massive and geologically ... This is one of the best low-effort, high-reward day hikes or backpacking trips in the Sierra Nevada, namely because the trailhead is already located ...

The state provides endless options for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers to uncover stunning sights and landscapes while exploring the most beautiful hikes in California. However, there are ...

Divided into five wilderness areas, this national forest in California is a colossal expanse with trails, backcountry camping ...

Visit the Medicine Buddha Loop Trail in Northern California's Santa Cruz Mountains for a spiritual hike through the redwoods.

The Trinity Alps Wilderness, about three hours north of Sacramento, offers hiking trails, waterfalls, alpine lakes and ...

“The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime ... Pines State Natural Reserve in La Jolla among California’s top hiking destinations. According to the reserve’s website ...

But California’s premier coastal hiking ... multi-month journey between the borders of the U.S. one of its most beautiful hikes is a cheat, I know; such an endeavor at least seems impossible ...